Announcement
SHARE THE LOVE!!***Did you get engaged with one of our rings? Were our rings part of your special day? Send us your photos and we'll share them on our Facebook and Instagram page!***
Colorful gemstone rings make a great gift for that special someone!
You can choose from 14k or 18k white, yellow or rose gold!
Each ring is hand-sculpted by Dawn Vertrees.
Let us design something special just for you!
Announcement
SHARE THE LOVE!!***Did you get engaged with one of our rings? Were our rings part of your special day? Send us your photos and we'll share them on our Facebook and Instagram page!***
Colorful gemstone rings make a great gift for that special someone!
You can choose from 14k or 18k white, yellow or rose gold!
Each ring is hand-sculpted by Dawn Vertrees.
Let us design something special just for you!
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Hand Sculpted Twig and Leaf Pendant, Rough Uncut Diamond Pendant, Unique Necklace Pendant by Dawn Vertrees
$450.00
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Uncut Raw Diamond Engagement Ring - 14K Gold, Unique Engagement Ring, Raw Stone Ring, Wedding Ring, Diamond Ring by Custom Jewelry
$1,620.00 Free shipping
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RESERVED LISTING: Palladium Twig Wedding Band, by Dawn Vertrees
$1,745.00 Free shipping
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Rough Diamond Bezel Post Earrings Recycled Gold - Rose, White, or Yellow Gold Custom Made Earrings by Dawn Vertrees
$495.00 Free shipping
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Two-Tone Twig Wedding Band, Leaf and Vine Ring, Anniversary Gift by Dawn Vertrees
$924.00 Free shipping
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RESERVED LISTING: White Sapphire Engagement Ring Solitaire Only, by Dawn Vertrees
$370.00 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment Plan: 14K White Gold Raw Diamond Wedding Ring Set, Twig and Vine Raw Diamond Bridal Ring Set, by Dawn Vertrees
$650.00 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment: Moissanite Engagement Ring set, Hand Made Branch Style Three Round Moissanite Wedding Ring Set, bridal set by Dawn Vertrees
$1,484.00 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment Plan: Rose Gold Gemstone Engagement Ring set - Blue Topaz Twig Bridal Ring Set, Branch Birthstone Promise Ring
$536.00 Free shipping
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Raw 14K White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Set, Custom Jewelry Rings, Diamond Wedding Ring Set, Diamond Bridal Ring Set
$1,232.00 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment: Twig Branch Wedding Ring, in 14k or 18k, Yellow, White, Rose Gold Wedding Ring Hand sculpted by Dawn Vertrees Jewelry
$400.00 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment: Rose Gold Engagement Ring with White Raw Diamond, Hand Sculpted by Dawn Vertrees Twig Engagement Rings
$456.50 Free shipping
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50/50 Payment Plan: Raw Diamond Engagement Ring Set, Raw Diamond Wedding Ring Set, 14k Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Rings, Bridal Set
$616.00 Free shipping
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Ring Resizing Fee Solitaire - US ONLY
$35.00 Free shipping
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RESERVED LISTING: 14K White Gold Raw Diamond Engagement Ring Set, Hand Sculpted Raw Diamond Wedding Rings, Bridal Ring Set by Dawn Vertrees
$624.50 Free shipping
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Hand Sculpted Silver Promise Ring, Engagement Ring, Custom Jewelry, Wedding Ring, Silver Leaf and Twig Promise Ring by Dawn Vertrees Jewelry
$115.00 Free shipping
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White Gold Raw Three Rough Diamond Engagement Ring Set, Rough Raw Diamond Wedding Ring Set, Hand Sculpted Engagement Rings by Dawn Jewelry
$1,331.00 Free shipping
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Gemstone Engagement Ring, Leaf and Twig Wedding Ring Made to Order in Sterling Silver or Gold Gemstone Ring, Silver Ring by Dawn Vertrees
$154.00 Free shipping
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Hand Cut Purple Montana Sapphire Twig Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold by Dawn Vertrees
$913.00 Free shipping
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Rose Gold Rough Diamond Cube Twig Engagement Ring, Hand-sculpted by Dawn Vertrees
$1,163.00 Free shipping
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3 Carat Rough Bi-Color Teal Green Raw Montana Sapphire Twig Engagement Ring by Dawn Vertrees
$913.00 Free shipping
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Raw Diamond Engagement Ring Set, Raw Diamond Wedding Ring Set, 14k Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Rings, Raw Diamond Ring Set, Custom Ring
$1,232.00 Free shipping
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RESERVED LISTING: Raw Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Rose Gold, No Band
$456.50 Free shipping
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1CT Round Forever One Moissanite Engagement Ring, 14K White Gold Wedding Ring, Engagement or Anniversary Ring by Dawn Vertrees
$1,815.00 Free shipping
Reviews
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Craig Dabin-Williams on Feb 16, 2019
5 out of 5 starsAwesome ring. Well worth the money, the wait and the customs charge.
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Craig Dabin-Williams on Feb 16, 2019
5 out of 5 starsAwesome ring. I loved it. Well worth the money, the wait and the customs charge.
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Sachiko Harding on Feb 10, 2019
5 out of 5 starsEverything about this experience was wonderful.
The service was incredible.
The ring exceeded expectations.
Thank you Dawn & Team!!!!!!
Updates
About
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Each piece of jewelry is hand sculpted in jewelers wax.
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Adding my wax model, soon to be cast.
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Melting the casting grains prior to casting.
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Adding the melted gold.
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Newly cast rings...time to start polishing.
Go Home and Make me a Flower.
Go Home and Make me a Flower...
...Those were the words said to me by Master Jeweler, Volker Kracht at the end of our first meeting. I had been looking for ways to take my porcelain work to a higher level, and upon seeing my work in porcelain; Volker gave me the challenge that changed my life. He handed me three pieces of wax and told me “to go home, make me a flower”.
I went into this challenge with some confidence, thinking my techniques for sculpting porcelain would transfer to wax. I was right to a large degree, but in addition unlike porcelain that sets within hours, wax sculpting allowed me all the time I wanted to take in sculpting the finest detail into every facet of my work.
It was truly an eye opening experience!
Upon completion of my first flower in wax, I presented it to Volker. He pulled down his optivisor and studied it carefully. I was sweating bullets. After what seemed like an eternity, he said in his thick German accent “we cast it now.”
Volker took the time with me to explain every aspect of the lost wax process. What an exciting experience that was! And when he was through, he sat us down to talk about our experience. At the end he said, “I was going to retire, but I’ll give you three years to teach you how to make jewelry.” What a gift! I will be forever grateful. It’s been more than 3 years now since Volker took me under his wing. I’ve come a long way, but he will always be my teacher and mentor.
The process...
Here is a copy of my interview with Ryan at Orchids Made Easy, I think it tells the story beautifully with questions and answers.
How Are the Jewelry Pieces Made?
Ryan: The orchid pieces are so intricate. How exactly are they made?
Dawn: It’s a process called “Lost Wax” The method goes back to the Roman days about 4000 years ago and is still used today for making jewelry.
First, I sculpt a wax model which is also called a pattern, it’s first weighed so the amount of metal required to fill the mold (gold, silver, etc.) can be determined.
Then the wax model is attached to a base, and a flask is slipped over the base. Once the model is in the flask, a kind of plaster that looks like pan cake batter called investment, is mixed up, put in a vacuum to get all the air bubbles out of it, and then poured into the flask. It is then left to dry and harden. This takes a minimum of two hours.
Once the investment (cake batter) is dried, the base and flask are removed. Now the piece is put into an oven to burn out my wax model. Next a vacuum is used to force the melted metal into the investment mold. The Investment is washed away and then finally, the piece is cleaned up by filing and polishing it.
Ryan: What materials do you use?
Dawn: I use different metals, Silver is my favorite because it allows me to go bold with my designs. I also create pieces using gold and silver (two-tone jewelry) which adds character as well as depth to my jewelry. I also enjoy casting in Bronze…I have made several Orchid sculptures using the lost wax process and hope to make several more.
Ryan: How long does it take to create one piece?
Dawn: It depends, some pieces can be sculpted in a few days but in most cases, I would like to have a week and up to 4 weeks to make a piece of jewelry or bronze sculpture. It really depends on what the customer wants.
Shop members
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Dawn W. Vertrees
Owner, Maker, Designer, Wax Model Artist, Bronze Sculptor
It was the fallout of 9/11/2001 that convinced me it was time to leave the stressful life of the trade show exhibit business, and pursue my love of sculpting full time. I found a particular market for porcelain orchid pendants which I fired with colorful glazes. I worked for a while with ArtClay Overlay Paste, which I used to coat my porcelain pieces. I began to develop my little orchid line to include calla lilies as well as other flowers. I entered a few contests and won a few awards! I was pleased with my limited success, but I wanted more.
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Missy Simms
Partner, Operations Manager, Marketer
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Joe Harrison
Jeweler And Master Caster, Diamond Setter, Goldsmith
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Joseph Fulp
Metalsmith
Shop policies
I hope you enjoy my enthusiasm.
Accepted payment methods
- Money Order
- Check
- Other Method
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
Returns and exchange details
If you are somehow dissatisfied with your order, please contact me as soon as possible. Items may be returned or exchanged with a post date within 7 days of receiving the item. Pieces must be in the same condition as when they were received, and must be in original packaging. Item must be sent via USPS Priority (or other 2 day method with FedEx or UPS) fully insured and with a Delivery Confirmation.
Customer pays return shipping costs. Customer will be refunded the full amount, less shipping and a small 7% restocking fee to cover my Etsy fees
Custom orders are judged on a case-by-case basis. They are usually not returnable, but in some instances I can take the return for a restocking fee. Please check with me beforehand.
IMPORTANT: Please note: If your Dawn Vertrees Jewelry is worked on by another jeweler or altered by anyone other myself, this will void your warranty. Customer will be responsible for any repair cost.
Payment
Shipping
Made-to-order items take 3-4 weeks, plus shipping.
Custom Orders: 6-8 weeks, plus shipping.
Items in stock, ready to ship: 1-3 days, plus shipping.
Resizing a Ring: 7-8 Working Days once purchased.
If you have a rush inquiry or would like to discuss a modification to the order, please contact me with your specific request prior to ordering. A rush may be possible, but not with all items.
Shipping:
USA - USPS Priority Mail 2-3 Days with Tracking.
All other Countries - USPS Priority Mail with Tracking:
Note: If you would like another form of shipping, please send me a message.
NOTE: We strongly encourage International buyers to check with their postal service first before purchasing items. Their could be additional fees and or duties that are the customer's responsibility.
Next Day Express Shipping is available, please message me for a quote.
Additional policies and FAQs
IMPORTANT: Please note: If your Dawn Vertrees Jewelry is worked on by another jeweler or altered by anyone other than myself, this will void your warranty. Customer will be responsible for any repair cost.
MADE-TO-ORDER Items: I'm usually working on several orders at one time, please allow up to 3-4 weeks for these pieces to be made and shipped.
Ready to Ship Items: 1-3 days
COMMISSIONS / CUSTOM Pieces: At this time, all custom orders due to their complexity which take much long to hand sculpt, please allow 6-8 weeks to ship. Thank you so much for your understanding!
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